@DG how so? Most likely it will be superseded by the next Xbox so unless MS are going to allow some sort of upgrade path (not likely) or make the X the base for next gen (possible given the idea of a "family" of devices) getting an X to future proof does not seem like a good idea.

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Anthem “Lost Arcanist”: 15 Minute Gameplay

December gave us a glimpse into what we can expect from BioWare’s upcoming sci-fi title, Anthem, with their alpha test. Usually, alpha test footage, especially since this was a closed alpha, isn’t allowed to be publicly shared, but thanks to IGN, we have the ability to watch 15 minutes of gameplay, if you didn’t get a chance to participate in the closed alpha.

The video plays out over the “Lost Arcanist” mission that the alpha made available, which tasks you with recovering someone who has gone missing. Not to spoil anything, but you can see for yourself from the video what goes down (much better than justice than I could do).

The Destiny-esque gameplay might not be interesting to some, but it will be interesting to see what new elements BioWare will bring to Anthem, versus Destiny. Personally, I like the idea of a Destiny style game from BioWare, and not taking away from Bungee at all, but BioWare are the famous developers behind Mass Effect, and are renowned for their sci-fi environment titles.

Anthem officially releases on the 22nd of February, but those who are interested to try it out first can do so on the 1st-3rd of February in their open beta. However, there is also a “VIP Demo” available for pre-orders and Origin Access members, happening from the 25th-27th of January.